Babylon Testnet Integration Strengthens Archway with Robust Bitcoin Security

Editor @ Babylon
BabylonChain.io
Published in
3 min readOct 25, 2023

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In the competitive world of Web3, blockchain developers often struggle to create pragmatic business models that can meet market demand, ensure sustainable growth, and maintain airtight security. A robust economic foundation cannot be understated, especially when safeguarding user trust and data. With this in mind, platforms that address and balance these aspects are nothing short of a game-changer.

Babylon is making significant progress in this direction with its Bitcoin timestamping protocol by integrating with Archway. Having already integrated with 35 Cosmos chains, this collaboration enhances Archway’s security by adding an unmatched security layer derived from Bitcoin. This latest update not only boosts Archway’s defences but also underscores the immense value that Bitcoin’s security brings to any integrated chain.

Elevating the Developer Experience with Archway

Archway is more than a blockchain platform; it boosts value capture for developers building on the chain. By helping developers monetize their dapps from launch, Archway serves as a catalyst for innovative business strategies. The platform also saves time and energy by providing a pre-built, lasting economic framework for developers to follow.

There are three earning avenues for developers on Archway. This structure supports the platform’s long-term growth by creating sustainable economics around the ARCH token so that developers can use or distribute them. Moreover, Archway is designed to grow without any compromise on security. With a fixed minimum fee, it ensures a consistent and secure network.

Babylon’s BTC Timestamping Boosts Security and Trust

With the integration of Babylon’s BTC timestamping protocol, Archway projects are ever-stronger. Babylon’s timestamping onto the Bitcoin testnet guarantees unmatched security, allowing Archway developers to leverage this advanced protection. This integration means that every transaction and action on Archway carries the trustworthiness of a Bitcoin timestamp, making it more resilient against potential threats.

Babylon’s integration with Archway highlights its dedication to a safer and more efficient blockchain environment through its fast stake-bonding messaging. With Bablyon’s advanced design and architecture, the time for unbonding drops from 21 days to just 5 hours. This setup also supports the bootstrapping of new zones with low token valuation and safeguards crucial transactions, all while ensuring fast finality.

Expanding Horizons with Multichain Dapps

Archway, through CosmWasm, offers developers the potential to craft multichain dapps. This means that developers can harness the benefits of multiple ecosystems, all while earning through an initial gateway made possible through Archway. And if developers ever need added flexibility to tailor their appchain, CosmWasm ensures a seamless migration, making Archway a foundation of endless possibilities.

Babylon’s integration with Archway represents a monumental shift for developers. While Archway provides the platform and the business model, Babylon elevates the security quotient with its BTC timestamping. The combined strengths of both platforms ensure that developers can ideate, innovate, and monetize their projects without compromising security. It’s not just about making strides in the blockchain sphere; it’s about ensuring that every step is robust, secure, and beneficial for all.

Babylon Overview

Babylon is a project that designs security protocols for the decentralized world. Babylon’s origins come from a research paper about Bitcoin security co-authored by the co-founder of Babylon, David Tse, a professor at Stanford and Ethereum 2.0 researcher, and the founder of EigenLayer Sreeram Kannan, and their colleagues. The project is led by a team of consensus protocol researchers from Stanford and experienced layer 1 engineers from around the world.

Babylon’s mission is to scale Bitcoin to secure the decentralized world through three innovative security-sharing protocols: Bitcoin Staking Protocol, Bitcoin Timestamping Protocol, and Bitcoin Data Availability Protocol. Through these pioneering protocols, Babylon envisions a more secure and decentralized future.

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